Photo courtesy of Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home - Springfield
Springfield, Illinois
Feb 18, 1935 – Apr 27, 2023
EDINBURG – Benjamin F. Dillard, Jr., 88, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023, at his home.
He was born February 18, 1935, to Benjamin F. and Frances (Streeble) Dillard.
Ben served in the US Naval Reserves. He retired from CWLP as a proud member of the IBEW. He and his wife, Fran,...
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I worked with Ben at the Power Plant when I started in 1985. Ben was a super nice man. My thoughts are with him and his family during this difficult time.
John Fleischacker
May 10, 2023 | Henderson, NV
I had the pleasure of working for Ben at the CWLP Dallman power Station. Me being a year out of High school it was a learning experience I never forgot. Ben will be missed by many. Rest in Eternal peace my friend.
George Alewelt
May 10, 2023 | Auburn, IL | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robbie & Becky Hull
May 10, 2023 | Alva, FL | Friend
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. He and Fran were great friends to us and my parents when they were alive. Remembering fun times at their house party on Labor Day years ago. Sorry we can’t make the funeral.
George Tankersley
May 10, 2023 | Springfield, IL | Friend